Italian beginners: module 1
Time: 19:35 - 21:05
Location: Keeley Street
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- Course Code: LN010
- Dates: 18/04/24 - 27/06/24
- Time: 19:35 - 21:05
- Taught: Thu, Evening
- Duration: 11 sessions (over 11 weeks)
- Location: Keeley Street
- Tutor: Silvana Vistola
Course Code: LN010
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Duration: 11 sessions (over 11 weeks)
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What is the course about?
This course aims to introduce you to the basic aspects of the Italian language and to enable you to take part in simple conversations.You'll learn the necessary vocabulary and grammar for basic communication, and you'll lay the groundwork for future learning.
What will we cover?
Based on Chapters 1 and 2 of Nuovo Espresso 1 (published by Alma Edizioni - Italian version)
Topics: greetings; introductions; saying where you're from; alphabet and spelling; numbers; say how you are
Grammar: introduction to Italian verbs; asking questions; masculine/feminine; articles (a/an/the) amongst other topics.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
-greet people
- introduce yourself
- exchange personal information (name, nationality, job etc)
- ask for clarification when you don't understand something
- make simple polite conversational exchanges.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
This is a course for complete beginners - no previous knowledge of Italian required.
For further details of the specific foreign language skills required for this level, please see the languages self-assessment chart, using the link at the top of this page. You can also find the chart at the start of the languages section in our course guide. You will also need to be able to respond to simple instructions and read course documents in English and be at ease with the use of number for daily activities (e.g. using money, telling the time, etc).
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
Our courses are characterised by spoken interaction and communication. Typical activities include pair work, group work, role plays and games. A range of resources will be used to support your learning including presentations, hand-outs, and audio-visual material.
Homework is highly recommended to consolidate learning.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Nuovo Espresso 1 (Alma Edizioni - Italian version).
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Your tutor will be able to advise on what progression course is best for you, or you can email Italian@citylit.ac.uk.
Silvana Vistola is a qualified teacher who holds a QTS certificate. She has worked, as a lecturer in Italian, for two major Sixth Form Colleges in London, is friendly and patient and is currently teaching at Westminster University. Silvana has experience in teaching adults at different language levels, from beginners to advanced level courses and literature. She is familiar with classroom management, dealing with mixed ability groups, using the latest teaching materials, setting targets and achieving goals. Silvana is passionate about languages, creative writing, and literature, has worked as a translator and holds an MA in media studies; for this reason, digital tools (such as: videos, online newspapers, social media) are an integral part of her teaching. Silvana’s main priority is to create a friendly and relaxed environment in which students can learn, have fun, and make friends. She believes in fostering a cooperative environment in which learning becomes more enjoyable and more effective.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
